Phytotherapy/Practices
A number of plants are used as medicinal herbs to treat certain diseases, some are bought from the apothecary or are picked from the mountains and valleys, among these herbs are:
Al Za’rour (hawthorn): It is used to treat cholesterol and lipids.
Al Makees: It is found in Jordan and sold by apothecaries. It is used after soaking for relaxation.
Hasa Al Ban (Rose Mary): It is used to treat diseased colon.
Al Ja’deh (Teucrium): It is used to treat diabetes and stomachache
Al Qeesoom: (Achillea): It is used to treat arthritis and colds.
Al Za’tar (Thyme): It is used to treat bronchitis and skin.
Al Maryamya (Sage): It is used to treat colic and colds.
Al B’aythran (Artemisia Judaica): it is used to treat stomachache
Al Babunij (Chamomile): It is used to treat It is used to treat colds
Al Yansuun (Anise): It is used to expel gases and is comfortable for the abdomen, it is useful for both headaches and the heart.